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Let's face it, many of us dreaded science in school. It was either too hard or not interesting enough, and there was a disconnect with how science fit into our daily lives. Love it hate it, a strong foundation in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) is crucial for succeeding in the ever changing modern world.
Below we share some tips on how to help your child love science and establish a meaningful connection with how it fits into their world. Respiratory illnesses are among us and flu transmission is quite high at this time. We've noticed it in our school workshops with quite a lot of young scientists out sick. We hope everyone is feeling better soon! In the meantime, here's a quick germ review:
Ready...set...science!!! Our hands-on fifth grade science curriculum is full speed ahead! Aligned with the National Science Standards, our hands-on approach to presenting and exploring science creates a solid foundation for deep understanding of our topic. In preparation for the state science exam, we've engaged young scientists in a 10-week exploration of matter.
Viruses are tiny infectious germs that can only reproduce inside living cells. They infect humans, animals, and plants. Viruses are found in every ecosystem on Earth. Viruses are much smaller in size than the cells they infect.
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